Your Devon and Cornwall Wedding - November/December 2020 (Issue 28)

RESTORATION COMPLETE Woolhanger Estate is a large farm situated in the Exmoor National Park that’s home to the historic Music Room, a beautifully restored octagonal hall boasting original features including a stone fireplace and re-instated, built-in organ. The restoration took almost six years to complete this private space that can accommodate small and large ceremonies and receptions. Other options at the venue are the oblong-shaped Medieval Room, The Red Room that’s best suited to micro weddings, and the Semi-walled Upper Garden. For more information and to book, call 01598 763 309 or visit www.woolhanger.com/weddings www.instagram.com/woolhanger_estate The latest news from around both counties Nearlywed NEWS Editor loves These berry-coloured Cypress earrings, £12.95 from Seasalt Cornwall, are the perfect pick for bridesmaids and are available in a variety of colours. To shop, visit www.seasaltcornwall.co.uk www.instagram.com/seasaltcornwall SMALL BUT PERFECTLY FORMED Pentillie Castle located in Saltash, Cornwall, has just announced an all-inclusive, two-night wedding package for a total of 15 people for just £6,000. The exclusive-use venue has teamed up with some talented local suppliers to include flowers for the couple, locally sourced seasonal food and two hours of wedding photography. The package also includes, but is not limited to: • Two nights bed and breakfast accommodation and use of the bridal suite • Individually plated canapés • A three-course wedding breakfast • Reception drinks, house wine for the meal and a glass of fizz to toast • A wedding cake • Individual cheese platters served in the evening It also includes the ceremony location of choice and one option is the charming Victorian Bathing Hut located down by the river, turn to page 21 to read more about this quirky venue. For more information and to book, call 01579 or visit the website www.pentillie.co.uk/weddings-for-15  Photography of Pentillie Castle courtesy of John Armstrong CONGRATULATIONS! To Devon-based wedding photographer Martyn Norsworthy who has achieved the distinction of winning six Bronze Awards in the Guild of Professional Photographers’ Image of the Month competition, which typically attracts almost 1500 entries each month. The Guild of Photographers is a highly regarded national photographic body and its members are dedicated to enhancing their skills in the art, craft and profession of photography. They are committed to achieving the highest standards of professionalism for the benefit of their customers and pledge themselves to deliver the highest standards of customer service. Martyn tells us, “to gain six Bronze Awards in one month is fabulous!” Lesley Thirsk, a director of the Guild adds that she is “delighted that Martyn has achieved this award. The Guild has very demanding standards when judging photographic competitions. The judging is undertaken by a panel of internationally recognised experts from a variety of photographic backgrounds, so it is an achievement to be, quite rightly, proud of !” To enquire about Martyn’s wedding photography, visit the website www.norsworthyweddings.com ww w.instagram.com/norsworthyweddings YOUR ESSENTIALS 9